Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Dec 20, 2023
Full time
Role Summary
Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7.
This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.
This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation. With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.
Some of the things you’ll be doing
Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums.
Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology.
System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans.
Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment.
Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy.
Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements.
Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance.
Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations.
Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach.
Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits.
Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance.
Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements.
Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.
What we’ll need from you:
Essential:
Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential).
Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities.
Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape.
Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management).
Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs.
Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions.
Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements.
Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors.
Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience.
Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development.
Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way.
Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills.
Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues.
Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery.
Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.
Desirable:
Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies.
Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times.
Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority.
Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO.
Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context.
Proven ICT risk management experience.
High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members.
Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.
What you can expect in return
27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service
Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Welfare and Wellbeing services
Staff Engagement Groups
Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments
Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts
Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead
Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.
Further Information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.
How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job . Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service
Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3RS, UK
3rd Line ICT Systems Support Specialist (Software Deployment, Server Infrastructure)
£44,539 - *£51,387** per annum *Career Progression Criteria applies **The salary includes a market supplement
Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Butterley Hall, Ripley, Derbyshire
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking to recruit a 3rd Line ICT Systems Support Specialist (Software Deployment, Server Infrastructure). Underlying responsibilities of the role are ensuring the IT infrastructure is fit for purpose, systems are secure, and you will contribute to the continual improvement of our ICT provision.
As a 3rd Line ICT Systems Support Specialist, you will be responsible for desktop software deployment, management of endpoints, providing support to system administrators and troubleshooting within the areas of responsibility.
Known for your customer-focused approach, you will support the Service’s users, assisting in diagnosing issues across the ICT infrastructure, including end-point devices and some servers, in physical, virtual and cloud environments.
You will assist the ICT Service Delivery Manager in providing excellent support to business-critical applications, requiring you to possess excellent time management skills, communications skills, alongside a broad technical knowledge.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Excellent ICT Problem solving in a mission critical environment
A strong understanding of Microsoft Windows operating system technologies
A strong understanding of virtualised server and desktop provision
A strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure
An excellent all-round ICT support understanding working as part of a busy team
Can we count on you to deliver a customer-focused service that is consistent, reliable and focused on excellence?
To apply and find out more please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/Job/JobDetail?JobId=696
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Brett Clements, ICT Service Delivery Manager on 01773 305344.
The closing date for completed applications is midnight Sunday 23rd April 2023 .
Interviews will be held week commencing 1st May 2023 .
There may be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours. The postholder will also be required to provide rota cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme.
In return we offer;
Flexible working hours
Family friendly policies
Free car parking
Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations
Employee discount scheme
Employee support networks
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.
Mar 28, 2023
Full time
3rd Line ICT Systems Support Specialist (Software Deployment, Server Infrastructure)
£44,539 - *£51,387** per annum *Career Progression Criteria applies **The salary includes a market supplement
Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Butterley Hall, Ripley, Derbyshire
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking to recruit a 3rd Line ICT Systems Support Specialist (Software Deployment, Server Infrastructure). Underlying responsibilities of the role are ensuring the IT infrastructure is fit for purpose, systems are secure, and you will contribute to the continual improvement of our ICT provision.
As a 3rd Line ICT Systems Support Specialist, you will be responsible for desktop software deployment, management of endpoints, providing support to system administrators and troubleshooting within the areas of responsibility.
Known for your customer-focused approach, you will support the Service’s users, assisting in diagnosing issues across the ICT infrastructure, including end-point devices and some servers, in physical, virtual and cloud environments.
You will assist the ICT Service Delivery Manager in providing excellent support to business-critical applications, requiring you to possess excellent time management skills, communications skills, alongside a broad technical knowledge.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Excellent ICT Problem solving in a mission critical environment
A strong understanding of Microsoft Windows operating system technologies
A strong understanding of virtualised server and desktop provision
A strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure
An excellent all-round ICT support understanding working as part of a busy team
Can we count on you to deliver a customer-focused service that is consistent, reliable and focused on excellence?
To apply and find out more please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/Job/JobDetail?JobId=696
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Brett Clements, ICT Service Delivery Manager on 01773 305344.
The closing date for completed applications is midnight Sunday 23rd April 2023 .
Interviews will be held week commencing 1st May 2023 .
There may be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours. The postholder will also be required to provide rota cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme.
In return we offer;
Flexible working hours
Family friendly policies
Free car parking
Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations
Employee discount scheme
Employee support networks
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Aug 19, 2022
Full time
Job Description for Business Analyst:
There’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the nuclear sector. New opportunities are being created all the time. At NNL, you’ll be in the ideal place to capitalise on this momentum, face new challenges and develop a long, successful and meaningful career.
We’re an organisation that’s here to experiment and push the limits of what’s possible. So, if you’re keen to excel in your chosen field, this is the place to do it. Because at NNL, anything is possible.
The Technical Business Analysts (TBA) will act as an intermediary between the business and technical delivery teams. Working with Business Engagement Partners, IT project teams and business clients, the TBA will collect, clarify, and translate requirements into requirements definition and conceptual design (using appropriate tools and techniques) from which applications and solutions are developed.
The TBA may also provide project management for small technical projects and work packages.
Main Responsibilities for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Essential Criteria for Business Analyst:
Develop a thorough understanding of the current IT solutions and work with key stakeholders in the business to identify new requirements or opportunities for improvement.
Produce requirements for complex software development, architecture, infrastructure and integration projects in a highly secure environment.
Elicit, document and manage requirements using appropriate tools and techniques, interviews, workshops, surveys, site visits, business process mapping, through full project lifecycle.
Work with IT Business Engagement Partners and key stakeholders to develop business cases to support proposed solutions.
Analyse project proposals alongside solution architects and project managers to determine time frame, budget, risk and the appropriate process for accomplishing projects.
Support the creation, and maintenance, of standard project artefacts, such as project initiation documentation, project plans, and risk and stakeholder’s matrices.
Support the production and delivery of Invitation to Tenders on projects, including the evaluation criteria, scoring and subsequent assessment.
Analyse, document and test (as required) program development, logic, process flows and specifications.
Coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing.
Document user guides to describe application installation and operating procedures.
Assist in the coordination of project resources, when necessary, to ensure that projects are delivered to time, cost and quality.
Ability to obtain SC level security clearance (this includes but is not limited to identity, employment, financial and criminal record checks plus 5 years’ worth of UK residency).
Desirable Criteria for Business Analyst:
Experience of working with both business and IT projects within a secure environment.
Willingness to travel to other UK locations and a full UK Driving license.
Comfortable in managing small projects, if required.
About The Company
Grounded in robust science and decades of experience, National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is the authoritative voice in the UK and beyond for technological development within the nuclear power sector.
Our unparalleled understanding of the science, challenges and opportunities makes us an unrivalled authority and partner in the field, providing experts, technologies, and access to cutting-edge facilities to organisations around the world.
Harnessing potential technologies and translating them into to industry-ready solutions means our pioneering approach spearheads international improvement and technological progress.
We work on projects as small as drilling a hole to analyse underground wastes with our integrated micro drilling technology, or as large as developing state-of-the-art power systems for spacecraft, based on radioactive materials
NNL has a vision for Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (ED&I) where NNL aims to be an inclusive workplace that attracts diverse talent through transparent and equal policies and procedures. We want you and the diverse mix of people that we employ, customers that we service and stakeholders that we influence to feel valued. We encourage a workplace culture where everyone can thrive with a sense of belonging.
Recruitment Agency Notice
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for the provision of recruitment services. Only agencies on our PSL may provide CVs and only when the role is released to them by our recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from suppliers not currently on our PSL. We explicitly reserve the right to add candidate details from unsolicited CVs from non-PSL agencies into our own candidate database and to pursue/hire such candidate(s) without any obligation, financial or otherwise, to the agency concerned.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Your new role The Cybersecurity Engineer within the ICT domain is accountable for overseeing and providing updates on an organization's array of ICT security solutions. Their responsibilities extend to crafting comprehensive security strategies, which encompass the formulation of internal policies, the establishment of training programs, and adherence to industry regulations. Additionally, the Cybersecurity Engineer's role may encompass operations in other areas of the organisation. What you'll need to succeed Work with the ICT Manager, ICT team and wider business, on the specification, design, development and implementation of security strategies based on existing best practice frameworks and regulatory standards Proven track record and experience in a similar cybersecurity role. Experience of working with cyber defence vulnerability management/threat detection platforms. Experience/understanding of how technology can be leveraged to support data management practices. Broad understanding of ICT infrastructure including Microsoft Azure cloud services, hybrid cloud environments, LAN/WAN networking and BCP/DR. Solid understanding of security, risk, compliance, and data management frameworks such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, TOGAF, COBIT, MITRE ATT&CK. Understanding of secure by design principles. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Your new role The Cybersecurity Engineer within the ICT domain is accountable for overseeing and providing updates on an organization's array of ICT security solutions. Their responsibilities extend to crafting comprehensive security strategies, which encompass the formulation of internal policies, the establishment of training programs, and adherence to industry regulations. Additionally, the Cybersecurity Engineer's role may encompass operations in other areas of the organisation. What you'll need to succeed Work with the ICT Manager, ICT team and wider business, on the specification, design, development and implementation of security strategies based on existing best practice frameworks and regulatory standards Proven track record and experience in a similar cybersecurity role. Experience of working with cyber defence vulnerability management/threat detection platforms. Experience/understanding of how technology can be leveraged to support data management practices. Broad understanding of ICT infrastructure including Microsoft Azure cloud services, hybrid cloud environments, LAN/WAN networking and BCP/DR. Solid understanding of security, risk, compliance, and data management frameworks such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, TOGAF, COBIT, MITRE ATT&CK. Understanding of secure by design principles. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Position: Service Desk Technician (12 Month Fixed Term) About Us This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning organisation, named Best Sustainable Housing Association in Wales 2021. We are one of the largest social housing landlords in Wales, with over 9,000 properties across our region, making a difference to our communities. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add the role of Service Desk Technician to our Technology and Innovation Team who are vital in ensuring that we are able to provide an excellent service to our customers. The role is a permanent with a starting salary of £29221 a year. About the role The role of Service Desk Technician is a vital role within our Technology and Innovation Team and has been created to assist with the effective delivery of ICT services in the organisation. The successful Service Desk Technician candidate will be responsible for taking customer queries and managing expectations before dealing with any issues effectively in a timely manner. Our new Service Desk Technician will be responsible for assisting the Service Desk Manager in: Service Desk- Using the service desk facility to support employees by answering requests for software and hardware support. Assist with the identification of patterns and trends and ensure all requests are dealt with efficiently and effectively. Customer Relations - Working within a team, providing 1st and 2nd line support for the business by identifying issues and dealing with them proactively. Engaging with customers and building strong relationships to ensure an end user approach. Communicating solutions to issues staff are facing with patience and understanding. Infrastructure & Assets - Ensure that all company assets are recorded, compliant and in good condition. About You In order to be successful in the role of Service Desk Technician our new team member will be educated to NVQ level 3 or the equivalent experience: Strong diagnostic skills and the ability to use them to identify software issues and provide solutions Excellent communication skills which will be used to develop relationships, using initiative to solve problems Key Benefits 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and 2 additional office closure days at Christmas), rising to 28 days annual leave after 3 years' service, and 31 days annual leave after 5 years' service. Generous stakeholder pension scheme (rising to 8% contributions) Company sick pay and Income Protection Insurance (conditions apply) A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and an app-based service giving employees and their families access to remote GP's and enhanced health support. A paid day off to take your child to their first day at reception. Employee discount schemes Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme Cycle 2 Work Scheme Learning and development opportunities Please see attached Service Desk Technician role profile for the full job description and person specification. Job Closing Date - 14th April 2024 Please note that should we receive a high volume of applications; the role could close early.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Position: Service Desk Technician (12 Month Fixed Term) About Us This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning organisation, named Best Sustainable Housing Association in Wales 2021. We are one of the largest social housing landlords in Wales, with over 9,000 properties across our region, making a difference to our communities. As we continue to grow, we are excited to add the role of Service Desk Technician to our Technology and Innovation Team who are vital in ensuring that we are able to provide an excellent service to our customers. The role is a permanent with a starting salary of £29221 a year. About the role The role of Service Desk Technician is a vital role within our Technology and Innovation Team and has been created to assist with the effective delivery of ICT services in the organisation. The successful Service Desk Technician candidate will be responsible for taking customer queries and managing expectations before dealing with any issues effectively in a timely manner. Our new Service Desk Technician will be responsible for assisting the Service Desk Manager in: Service Desk- Using the service desk facility to support employees by answering requests for software and hardware support. Assist with the identification of patterns and trends and ensure all requests are dealt with efficiently and effectively. Customer Relations - Working within a team, providing 1st and 2nd line support for the business by identifying issues and dealing with them proactively. Engaging with customers and building strong relationships to ensure an end user approach. Communicating solutions to issues staff are facing with patience and understanding. Infrastructure & Assets - Ensure that all company assets are recorded, compliant and in good condition. About You In order to be successful in the role of Service Desk Technician our new team member will be educated to NVQ level 3 or the equivalent experience: Strong diagnostic skills and the ability to use them to identify software issues and provide solutions Excellent communication skills which will be used to develop relationships, using initiative to solve problems Key Benefits 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and 2 additional office closure days at Christmas), rising to 28 days annual leave after 3 years' service, and 31 days annual leave after 5 years' service. Generous stakeholder pension scheme (rising to 8% contributions) Company sick pay and Income Protection Insurance (conditions apply) A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and an app-based service giving employees and their families access to remote GP's and enhanced health support. A paid day off to take your child to their first day at reception. Employee discount schemes Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme Cycle 2 Work Scheme Learning and development opportunities Please see attached Service Desk Technician role profile for the full job description and person specification. Job Closing Date - 14th April 2024 Please note that should we receive a high volume of applications; the role could close early.
LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER BIRMINGHAM (3 Times Per Week) UP TO £75,000 + 10% Bonus + Benefits Join a globally known telecommunications company as a Lead Software Engineer. Your mission: to simplify the lives of developers by offering a suite of low-friction, fully managed cloud capabilities. As a hands-on Engineering Manager, you'll guide your teams in crafting Infrastructure as Code (IAC) solutions using innovative tools like Pulumi. Your leadership will be instrumental in accelerating cloud development, ensuring security, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborating closely with counterparts and other Engineering Managers, you'll shape our cloud capabilities to deliver top-notch experiences to developers every step of the way. Responsibilities: Lead, nurture, and expand a team of engineers focused on developing cutting-edge tooling and IAC capabilities, enabling rapid deployment from idea to production. Develop and execute a strategic roadmap aligned with business and developer needs, driving automation and efficiency. Champion automation initiatives, eliminating manual workflows wherever possible. Provide mentorship and career guidance to team members, unlocking their full potential. Advocate for agile practices, fostering a metrics-driven culture of continuous improvement. Skills Required: Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp diverse concepts and work across the full developer lifecycle. Passion for automation and a commitment to minimizing manual intervention. 4+ years of software product development experience, with proficiency in Typescript, Java or Python. Minimum of 1 year in a team leadership role, guiding career growth and mentorship. Familiarity with cloud principles; prior AWS experience is a plus. 3+ years' experience with agile methodologies and cloud computing on AWS. Bonus points for expertise in DevOps tools, processes, and culture. Perks: Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package. Flexible work arrangements. Opportunities for professional development and AWS training. Collaborative and innovative work environment at the forefront of digital transformation.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER BIRMINGHAM (3 Times Per Week) UP TO £75,000 + 10% Bonus + Benefits Join a globally known telecommunications company as a Lead Software Engineer. Your mission: to simplify the lives of developers by offering a suite of low-friction, fully managed cloud capabilities. As a hands-on Engineering Manager, you'll guide your teams in crafting Infrastructure as Code (IAC) solutions using innovative tools like Pulumi. Your leadership will be instrumental in accelerating cloud development, ensuring security, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborating closely with counterparts and other Engineering Managers, you'll shape our cloud capabilities to deliver top-notch experiences to developers every step of the way. Responsibilities: Lead, nurture, and expand a team of engineers focused on developing cutting-edge tooling and IAC capabilities, enabling rapid deployment from idea to production. Develop and execute a strategic roadmap aligned with business and developer needs, driving automation and efficiency. Champion automation initiatives, eliminating manual workflows wherever possible. Provide mentorship and career guidance to team members, unlocking their full potential. Advocate for agile practices, fostering a metrics-driven culture of continuous improvement. Skills Required: Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp diverse concepts and work across the full developer lifecycle. Passion for automation and a commitment to minimizing manual intervention. 4+ years of software product development experience, with proficiency in Typescript, Java or Python. Minimum of 1 year in a team leadership role, guiding career growth and mentorship. Familiarity with cloud principles; prior AWS experience is a plus. 3+ years' experience with agile methodologies and cloud computing on AWS. Bonus points for expertise in DevOps tools, processes, and culture. Perks: Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package. Flexible work arrangements. Opportunities for professional development and AWS training. Collaborative and innovative work environment at the forefront of digital transformation.
Job description Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Apr At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Computing Platforms Products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our Computing Platform to meet customer needs. You will partner closely with Onyx's organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power R&D workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our Compute platform including the migration of existing GSK applications to the platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx Compute Platform Products. You will be responsible for understanding the business areas using Onyx, Platform capabilities, translating customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines, and ensure our R&D teams receive the solutions they need to succeed. In this role you will Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML compute platform, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives. Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio/program teams to ensure successful product development and deployment. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes. Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success. Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the compute platform. Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the compute platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers. Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Experience of cloud computing management for scientific computing, data science and/or artificial intelligence model training with a major cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc) Strong relevant experience in Data Science, Scientific Computing, Machine Learning/AI, Computer Science, Platform Engineering, or related discipline. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership abilities and a self-driven, proactive approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Experience with and strong understanding of on-prem and cloud computing, and software development practices; familiarity with MLOps and distributed computing is highly desirable. Experience with containers and virtual machines including Kubernetes, Slurm or other orchestration tools. Knowledge of modern infrastructure including Infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible ) Familiar with software engineering ways of working and engagement model Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and services. Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred. Experience with bioinformatics/genomics database, biological datasets, Pharma R&D is a plus, but not required. Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated ability to keep cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority. Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions. Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 6th May 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology). Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves - feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition . click apply for full job details
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Job description Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Apr At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talent Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data / computing / analysis platforms, and data-powered applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Computing Platforms Products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing the product strategy of our Computing Platform to meet customer needs. You will partner closely with Onyx's organizations, including AI/ML, a diversity of R&D teams utilizing data to accelerate drug discovery (genomics sciences, computational biology, imaging, computational chemistry, to name a few), along with the Onyx portfolio management and engineering function heads to deliver industry-leading solutions that power R&D workloads. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of our Compute platform including the migration of existing GSK applications to the platform. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx Compute Platform Products. You will be responsible for understanding the business areas using Onyx, Platform capabilities, translating customer needs into requirements aligned with standard frameworks such as ontologies and engineering pipelines, and ensure our R&D teams receive the solutions they need to succeed. In this role you will Product Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our AI/ML compute platform, aligning with the Onyx's overall goals and objectives. Roadmap Development: Define and prioritize features, enhancements, and functionalities for the platform based on user analysis, customer feedback, and business requirements. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, AI/ML, and portfolio/program teams to ensure successful product development and deployment. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and incorporate it into product planning and development processes. Product Launch: Plan and oversee product launches, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and training to drive product adoption and success. Performance Measurement: Define key product metrics, establish monitoring systems, and regularly evaluate and report on the performance and success of the compute platform. Product Ambassador: Serve as an ambassador of the compute platform, effectively communicating its value and benefits to GSK Research and Development leadership and identifying potential customers. Industry Expertise: Stay up to date with the latest advancements and trends in AI, machine learning, and compute platforms, applying industry knowledge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Experience of cloud computing management for scientific computing, data science and/or artificial intelligence model training with a major cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure etc) Strong relevant experience in Data Science, Scientific Computing, Machine Learning/AI, Computer Science, Platform Engineering, or related discipline. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Strong leadership abilities and a self-driven, proactive approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Experience with and strong understanding of on-prem and cloud computing, and software development practices; familiarity with MLOps and distributed computing is highly desirable. Experience with containers and virtual machines including Kubernetes, Slurm or other orchestration tools. Knowledge of modern infrastructure including Infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible ) Familiar with software engineering ways of working and engagement model Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Proven track record of managing developer platforms, tools, and services. Strong proficiency in utilizing various product management tools, including Jira and Confluence. Prior product management experience of enterprise AI/ML platform is strongly preferred. Experience with bioinformatics/genomics database, biological datasets, Pharma R&D is a plus, but not required. Strategic Thinker: Proven track record in developing and executing product strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. Stakeholder Skills: Demonstrated ability to keep cross-functional teams, set clear objectives, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Can lead without authority. Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset with a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate them into effective product solutions. Analytical and Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data, perform market research, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 6th May 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology). Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves - feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition . click apply for full job details
Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Apr 8 2024 At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talents Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user-facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data/computing/analysis platforms, and multi-omics applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Manager for our multi-omics products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing the product strategy of our Omics Workbench to meet internal GSK customers' needs. You will partner closely with the leaders of Onyx's teams along with the verticals under Research Technology, to deliver industry-leading multi-omics products that power downstream consumption of petabytes of business-critical data. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of the Omics Workbench. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx platform products. In this role you will Product Strategy and Roadmap: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy and roadmap for our multi-omics product portfolio, aligned with Onyx's overall product vision and objectives. Customer Understanding: Conduct in-depth customer research, gather customer insights, and engage with customers regularly to understand emerging requirements. Product Planning and Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to define product requirements, features, and specifications based on customer feedback, product vision, and business goals. Agile Product Development: Work closely with portfolio and engineering teams in an agile environment to ensure successful and timely delivery of product releases, including prioritization, sprint planning, and backlog management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D customers, R&D Digital & Tech organization, and Onyx engineering teams to align product strategies, gather input, and drive successful implementation plans. Product Launch and Adoption: Lead product launches, ensuring effective communication, training, and support materials to drive successful product adoption and customer satisfaction. Product Performance and Optimization: Continuously monitor product performance, collect and analyze data, and drive iterative improvements to enhance product usability, performance, and customer experience. Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders, including senior Technology leadership and customer organizations to provide updates on product performance, roadmap, and future plans. Industry Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in the omics technology space. Share insights and act as a thought leader within the organization and industry events. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Software Engineering, or related discipline Experience working in software engineering, software development, bioinformatics, or product management in the genomics tools space Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Proficiency with modern bioinformatic pipeline development tools such as Nextflow/Nextflow Tower, Snakemake, Git/GitHub, Docker, and CI/CD methodologies. Experience in handling raw omics data and its derivatives, including but not limited to fastq files, pipeline outputs, and transforming them into analytical or application-ready formats. Familiarity with a range of data engineering tools including CloudRun, Spark, and both SQL and NoSQL databases. Working knowledge of at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud computing environments, including but not limited to GCP (Preferred), Azure, and AWS Experience working in agile software development environments, utilizing tools like Jira and Confluence. Experience with one or more omics pipelines (e.g., RNAseq, GWAS, WGS, etc.). Understanding of metadata management and data governance concepts. Experience: Extensive experience in product development and management, focusing on bioinformatics platform/tool products. Demonstrated success in launching and managing high-stakes enterprise engineering products for bioinformatics, data science, AI/ML, and analytics data consumption. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions. Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a propensity for making data-driven decisions. Exceptional leadership abilities and a proactive, self-driven approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in distilling complex user requirements and translating them into product releases. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 29th April 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class ( US only). We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. . click apply for full job details
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Site Name: London The Stanley Building Posted Date: Apr 8 2024 At GSK, we want to supercharge our data capability to better understand our patients and accelerate our ability to discover vaccines and medicines. The Onyx Research Data Platform organization represents a major investment by GSK R&D and Digital & Tech, designed to deliver a step-change in our ability to leverage data, knowledge, and prediction to find new medicines. We are a full-stack shop consisting of product and portfolio leadership, data engineering, infrastructure and DevOps, data / metadata / knowledge platforms, and AI/ML and analysis platforms, all geared toward: Building a next-generation, metadata- and automation-driven data experience for GSK's scientists, engineers, and decision-makers, increasing productivity and reducing time spent on "data mechanics" Providing best-in-class AI/ML and data analysis environments to accelerate our predictive capabilities and attract top-tier talents Aggressively engineering our data at scale, as one unified asset, to unlock the value of our unique collection of data and predictions in real-time Onyx Product Management is at the heart of our mission, ensuring that everything from our infrastructure, to platforms, to end-user-facing data assets and environments is designed to maximize our impact on R&D. The Product Management team partners with R&D stakeholders and Onyx leadership to develop a strategic roadmap for all customer-facing aspects of Onyx, including data assets, ontology, Knowledge Graph / semantic search, data/computing/analysis platforms, and multi-omics applications. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Manager for our multi-omics products. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing the product strategy of our Omics Workbench to meet internal GSK customers' needs. You will partner closely with the leaders of Onyx's teams along with the verticals under Research Technology, to deliver industry-leading multi-omics products that power downstream consumption of petabytes of business-critical data. You will drive the product roadmap, guide product development initiatives, and ensure the successful launch and adoption of the Omics Workbench. Together, you will facilitate joint planning and execution of the product roadmap, ensuring a balance between strategic development and customer-facing deliverables. You will also play a key role in devising, tracking, and publicizing metrics that measure the impact and performance of Onyx platform products. In this role you will Product Strategy and Roadmap: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy and roadmap for our multi-omics product portfolio, aligned with Onyx's overall product vision and objectives. Customer Understanding: Conduct in-depth customer research, gather customer insights, and engage with customers regularly to understand emerging requirements. Product Planning and Definition: Collaborate with stakeholders to define product requirements, features, and specifications based on customer feedback, product vision, and business goals. Agile Product Development: Work closely with portfolio and engineering teams in an agile environment to ensure successful and timely delivery of product releases, including prioritization, sprint planning, and backlog management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D customers, R&D Digital & Tech organization, and Onyx engineering teams to align product strategies, gather input, and drive successful implementation plans. Product Launch and Adoption: Lead product launches, ensuring effective communication, training, and support materials to drive successful product adoption and customer satisfaction. Product Performance and Optimization: Continuously monitor product performance, collect and analyze data, and drive iterative improvements to enhance product usability, performance, and customer experience. Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders, including senior Technology leadership and customer organizations to provide updates on product performance, roadmap, and future plans. Industry Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in the omics technology space. Share insights and act as a thought leader within the organization and industry events. Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Software Engineering, or related discipline Experience working in software engineering, software development, bioinformatics, or product management in the genomics tools space Preferred Qualifications & Skills: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Technical Knowledge: Proficiency with modern bioinformatic pipeline development tools such as Nextflow/Nextflow Tower, Snakemake, Git/GitHub, Docker, and CI/CD methodologies. Experience in handling raw omics data and its derivatives, including but not limited to fastq files, pipeline outputs, and transforming them into analytical or application-ready formats. Familiarity with a range of data engineering tools including CloudRun, Spark, and both SQL and NoSQL databases. Working knowledge of at least one programming language, such as Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud computing environments, including but not limited to GCP (Preferred), Azure, and AWS Experience working in agile software development environments, utilizing tools like Jira and Confluence. Experience with one or more omics pipelines (e.g., RNAseq, GWAS, WGS, etc.). Understanding of metadata management and data governance concepts. Experience: Extensive experience in product development and management, focusing on bioinformatics platform/tool products. Demonstrated success in launching and managing high-stakes enterprise engineering products for bioinformatics, data science, AI/ML, and analytics data consumption. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions. Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a propensity for making data-driven decisions. Exceptional leadership abilities and a proactive, self-driven approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in distilling complex user requirements and translating them into product releases. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Closing Date for Applications: Monday 29th April 2024 (COB) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact . This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process. Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class ( US only). We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. . click apply for full job details
Cyber Security Engineer required by market leading organisation based in South Wales. This will be a hybrid role with 1-2 days a week onsite but with flexibility. This role will initially be a 6-month FTC with the possibility of going permanent. The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for managing and reporting on our client's portfolio of ICT security solutions and the ongoing design and implementation of security strategies, including the development of internal policies, training programmes and compliance with industry regulations. Main Duties: Work with the IT Manager and wider business, on the specification, design, development and implementation of security strategies based on existing best practice frameworks and regulatory standards. Work with existing and/or identify emerging technologies that will effectively and efficiently meet our clients security requirements. Manage annual PEN test and subsequent remediations. Manage improvements highlighted in 3rd party vulnerability scans. Monitor the systems and respond to any potential cyber issues, acting as a point of escalation for the ICT team. Monitor of network for vulnerable and unacceptable devices. Assist ICT team with escalated issues cyber and non cyber related issues & faults. Investigate/assist with any possible email/phishing leaks and follow ups. Develop and maintain staff compliance for in house cyber security training and advise and train departments on all ICT systems. Monitor and reaction for Cloudflare website infrastructure for potential DDos activity. Monitor and react for Barracuda for untoward trends in email activity and phishing campaigns. Develop and maintain effective relationships with third party suppliers to ensure ongoing service delivery, performance and return on investment. Develop security related dashboards, policies, metrics and training programmes to report on the ongoing efficacy of security solutions and staff awareness of security related issues. Undertake risk assessments for new and existing suppliers, manage ongoing compliance and ensure cyber and information security incidents are investigated and resolved appropriately. Drive a culture of continuous service improvement for cyber security. Research, implement and enhance new security technology and methods, eg MFA, VPN and other ways to secure workflows. Work with 3rd Parties implementing planned fixes and improvements. Any other task as may be defined by the IT Manager to meet the operational needs of the business. Required Background: Proven track record and experience in a similar cyber security role. Experience of working with cyber defence vulnerability management/threat detection platforms. Experience/understanding of how technology can be leveraged to support data management practices. Broad understanding of ICT infrastructure including Microsoft Azure cloud services, hybrid cloud environments, LAN/WAN networking and BCP/DR. Solid understanding of security, risk, compliance, and data management frameworks such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, TOGAF, COBIT, MITRE ATT&CK. Understanding of secure by design principles. Ability to travel between sites and to meetings for the role. Desirables: Degree level educated. Qualified in a relevant technical accreditation, such as CISSP, CISM. This fantastic role comes with an excellent basic salary and is accompanied by a benefits package which includes: Remote working, annual salary review, 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service), private medical insurance, pension and many more.
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Cyber Security Engineer required by market leading organisation based in South Wales. This will be a hybrid role with 1-2 days a week onsite but with flexibility. This role will initially be a 6-month FTC with the possibility of going permanent. The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for managing and reporting on our client's portfolio of ICT security solutions and the ongoing design and implementation of security strategies, including the development of internal policies, training programmes and compliance with industry regulations. Main Duties: Work with the IT Manager and wider business, on the specification, design, development and implementation of security strategies based on existing best practice frameworks and regulatory standards. Work with existing and/or identify emerging technologies that will effectively and efficiently meet our clients security requirements. Manage annual PEN test and subsequent remediations. Manage improvements highlighted in 3rd party vulnerability scans. Monitor the systems and respond to any potential cyber issues, acting as a point of escalation for the ICT team. Monitor of network for vulnerable and unacceptable devices. Assist ICT team with escalated issues cyber and non cyber related issues & faults. Investigate/assist with any possible email/phishing leaks and follow ups. Develop and maintain staff compliance for in house cyber security training and advise and train departments on all ICT systems. Monitor and reaction for Cloudflare website infrastructure for potential DDos activity. Monitor and react for Barracuda for untoward trends in email activity and phishing campaigns. Develop and maintain effective relationships with third party suppliers to ensure ongoing service delivery, performance and return on investment. Develop security related dashboards, policies, metrics and training programmes to report on the ongoing efficacy of security solutions and staff awareness of security related issues. Undertake risk assessments for new and existing suppliers, manage ongoing compliance and ensure cyber and information security incidents are investigated and resolved appropriately. Drive a culture of continuous service improvement for cyber security. Research, implement and enhance new security technology and methods, eg MFA, VPN and other ways to secure workflows. Work with 3rd Parties implementing planned fixes and improvements. Any other task as may be defined by the IT Manager to meet the operational needs of the business. Required Background: Proven track record and experience in a similar cyber security role. Experience of working with cyber defence vulnerability management/threat detection platforms. Experience/understanding of how technology can be leveraged to support data management practices. Broad understanding of ICT infrastructure including Microsoft Azure cloud services, hybrid cloud environments, LAN/WAN networking and BCP/DR. Solid understanding of security, risk, compliance, and data management frameworks such as ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, TOGAF, COBIT, MITRE ATT&CK. Understanding of secure by design principles. Ability to travel between sites and to meetings for the role. Desirables: Degree level educated. Qualified in a relevant technical accreditation, such as CISSP, CISM. This fantastic role comes with an excellent basic salary and is accompanied by a benefits package which includes: Remote working, annual salary review, 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service), private medical insurance, pension and many more.
Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an IT Site Technician to join the team providing network support on-site at a school in Bromsgrove, Worcester. IT Site TechnicianBromsgrove, Worcester, B60 Full time, permanent Salary dependent on experience Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK Our client provides education technology for schools and academies. From complex school ICT network installations to the simple supply of hardware, they offer outstanding advice, robust products & trusted school IT technical support. They have a vacancy based at a private school in Bromsgrove (Worcester) for an IT Site Technician to provide support to all stakeholders (teaching and support Staff, students, visitors and guests), develop and support the running of the school's ICT systems. Job Role: Reporting into the Site IT Manager, you will be working within a team of 7. Day-to-day provision of support of the school's ICT resources, Support of the client's core infrastructure, services and data within defined SLAs to ensure a continuity of service to all users including fault diagnosis, and resolution Prioritise workloads to maintain service levels within a structured service framework Proactive in your approach The ideal IT Engineer will have Proven experience of working in IT support services or working at a competent level Attention to detail with a methodical and professional approach to service delivery. Experience of working within an education environment and have proven experience of customer facing hands-on support, maintenance and installation with the technologies listed below: Knowledge of virtualisation solutions, preferably Hyper V Knowledge and understanding of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 Operating Systems. Office 365, Azure, Intune and Autopilot knowledge Google Workspace Server hardware Active Directory, Group Policy and Domain Services Understanding of networking technologies including TCP/IP, VLAN, switching, routing and firewall configuration. Enterprise networking systems (wired and wireless) Educational MIS systems an advantage but not essential Audio & Visual equipment, interactive screens, whiteboards and projectors Salary and Benefits: A competitive basic salary dependant on experience Holiday allowance of 21 days plus bank holidays Regular 1-2-1 meetings and development reviews to help you reach your full potential while feeling truly valued and appreciated for the work that you do A vibrant staff community Assistance & Guidance from our central Technical Team How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Flat Fee Recruiter is an advertising agency promoting this role on behalf of the employer. You will be contacted directly by the employer and not Flat Fee Recruiter should they wish to move forward with your application. Other suitable skills and experience include IT Service Engineer, IT, IT Support, IT Support Engineer, IT Support Technician, ICT Technician, Network Engineer, Site Engineer, Technical Support, ICT, Information Technology, IT Site Engineer, IT Engineer
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an IT Site Technician to join the team providing network support on-site at a school in Bromsgrove, Worcester. IT Site TechnicianBromsgrove, Worcester, B60 Full time, permanent Salary dependent on experience Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK Our client provides education technology for schools and academies. From complex school ICT network installations to the simple supply of hardware, they offer outstanding advice, robust products & trusted school IT technical support. They have a vacancy based at a private school in Bromsgrove (Worcester) for an IT Site Technician to provide support to all stakeholders (teaching and support Staff, students, visitors and guests), develop and support the running of the school's ICT systems. Job Role: Reporting into the Site IT Manager, you will be working within a team of 7. Day-to-day provision of support of the school's ICT resources, Support of the client's core infrastructure, services and data within defined SLAs to ensure a continuity of service to all users including fault diagnosis, and resolution Prioritise workloads to maintain service levels within a structured service framework Proactive in your approach The ideal IT Engineer will have Proven experience of working in IT support services or working at a competent level Attention to detail with a methodical and professional approach to service delivery. Experience of working within an education environment and have proven experience of customer facing hands-on support, maintenance and installation with the technologies listed below: Knowledge of virtualisation solutions, preferably Hyper V Knowledge and understanding of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 Operating Systems. Office 365, Azure, Intune and Autopilot knowledge Google Workspace Server hardware Active Directory, Group Policy and Domain Services Understanding of networking technologies including TCP/IP, VLAN, switching, routing and firewall configuration. Enterprise networking systems (wired and wireless) Educational MIS systems an advantage but not essential Audio & Visual equipment, interactive screens, whiteboards and projectors Salary and Benefits: A competitive basic salary dependant on experience Holiday allowance of 21 days plus bank holidays Regular 1-2-1 meetings and development reviews to help you reach your full potential while feeling truly valued and appreciated for the work that you do A vibrant staff community Assistance & Guidance from our central Technical Team How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. Flat Fee Recruiter is an advertising agency promoting this role on behalf of the employer. You will be contacted directly by the employer and not Flat Fee Recruiter should they wish to move forward with your application. Other suitable skills and experience include IT Service Engineer, IT, IT Support, IT Support Engineer, IT Support Technician, ICT Technician, Network Engineer, Site Engineer, Technical Support, ICT, Information Technology, IT Site Engineer, IT Engineer
Summary We are currently recruiting for an Information Security Analyst to join our team and play a key role in risk and compliance, driving change and awareness, assisting with security requirements, supporting the information security framework and assisting business-wide colleagues to find the right solution for them and the National Trust. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is looking to make their next step up in their security career and advance their skills and experience with a major charitable organisation that will offer development and career progression. What it's like to work here Reporting to the Information Security Manager, you'll be providing assurance of the completeness and effectiveness of security controls across the National Trust's businesses and be a proactive advocate of information security good practice with respect to GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance). You'll understand the security risks that the Trust may face and what controls are needed, where vulnerabilities have been found. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. What you'll be doing We expect the role holder to provide information security advice and apply best practices to drive awareness, assist with the implementation, monitoring and assurance reviews of IT security controls and manage the policy development lifecycle. You'll ensure that strong relationships are built with key business and IT stakeholders and work with stakeholders to propose and agree security remediation. You'll undertake due diligence of new suppliers and technology solutions by performing risk assessments and supplier reviews and support the security awareness and training activities, ensuring it engages employees and volunteers to understand and adopt the principles in the manner which they work. You'll demonstrate security continuous improvement in ways to engage and communicate to key stakeholders. Who we're looking for You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached, this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role, we'd love to hear from you if you have: A wealth of experience of working as part of a team, supporting all members of the team when needed but also capable of being independently motivated, self-sufficient, and able to multitask. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, including the ability to communicate with people with varying levels of technical knowledge. The ability to challenge effectively and provide well thought out justification and reasoning - with alternative recommendations, as appropriate. A strong working understanding of Data Protection and GDPR, information security management frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST; and PCI DSS. A proven background of working in an information security GRC capacity with broad and solid understanding of information security concepts and risks. A recognised certification to CompTIA Security+ or equivalent and you will be working towards professional exams in the field of Security frameworks, risk management or assessment and testing. Experience with IT Infrastructure and cloud technology The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Summary We are currently recruiting for an Information Security Analyst to join our team and play a key role in risk and compliance, driving change and awareness, assisting with security requirements, supporting the information security framework and assisting business-wide colleagues to find the right solution for them and the National Trust. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is looking to make their next step up in their security career and advance their skills and experience with a major charitable organisation that will offer development and career progression. What it's like to work here Reporting to the Information Security Manager, you'll be providing assurance of the completeness and effectiveness of security controls across the National Trust's businesses and be a proactive advocate of information security good practice with respect to GRC (Governance, Risk and Compliance). You'll understand the security risks that the Trust may face and what controls are needed, where vulnerabilities have been found. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. What you'll be doing We expect the role holder to provide information security advice and apply best practices to drive awareness, assist with the implementation, monitoring and assurance reviews of IT security controls and manage the policy development lifecycle. You'll ensure that strong relationships are built with key business and IT stakeholders and work with stakeholders to propose and agree security remediation. You'll undertake due diligence of new suppliers and technology solutions by performing risk assessments and supplier reviews and support the security awareness and training activities, ensuring it engages employees and volunteers to understand and adopt the principles in the manner which they work. You'll demonstrate security continuous improvement in ways to engage and communicate to key stakeholders. Who we're looking for You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached, this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role, we'd love to hear from you if you have: A wealth of experience of working as part of a team, supporting all members of the team when needed but also capable of being independently motivated, self-sufficient, and able to multitask. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, including the ability to communicate with people with varying levels of technical knowledge. The ability to challenge effectively and provide well thought out justification and reasoning - with alternative recommendations, as appropriate. A strong working understanding of Data Protection and GDPR, information security management frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST; and PCI DSS. A proven background of working in an information security GRC capacity with broad and solid understanding of information security concepts and risks. A recognised certification to CompTIA Security+ or equivalent and you will be working towards professional exams in the field of Security frameworks, risk management or assessment and testing. Experience with IT Infrastructure and cloud technology The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Tax-free childcare scheme Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Independent financial advice Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
We are looking for a Network Infrastructure Manager to oversee the daily operations and delivery of all switching, wireless, firewall infrastructure, and WAN connectivity across the Harris Federation. WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your role will include: Managing a mixed environment of Cisco and Aruba infrastructure Improving infrastructure services by working closely with the project delivery team to deliver a £26m IT refresh across our academies Building and maintaining strong relationships with departments and academies to ensure that the long-term strategic planning and delivery of core infrastructure services align with business requirements A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: A relevant Cisco or Aruba qualification A minimum of three years' experience in a similar role A proven track record in working to strict timescales and of working with staff at all levels Experience of working in an on-site IT based Customer Service position Extensive experience of deploying and maintaining Cisco Catalyst and Aruba CX switching and wireless Experience of working with Aruba Central and centralised management of network infrastructure Experience of hybrid environments (Microsoft Office 365/Azure) Experience of managing Microsoft desktop and server products (Windows 10,11/ Windows Server 2022) Experience of Microsoft DHCP and NPS Detailed knowledge of different cyber technologies across infrastructure protection, application security and information protection For a full person specification, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Electric car salary sacrifice scheme (up to 40% discount) Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Network Infrastructure Manager to oversee the daily operations and delivery of all switching, wireless, firewall infrastructure, and WAN connectivity across the Harris Federation. WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your role will include: Managing a mixed environment of Cisco and Aruba infrastructure Improving infrastructure services by working closely with the project delivery team to deliver a £26m IT refresh across our academies Building and maintaining strong relationships with departments and academies to ensure that the long-term strategic planning and delivery of core infrastructure services align with business requirements A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: A relevant Cisco or Aruba qualification A minimum of three years' experience in a similar role A proven track record in working to strict timescales and of working with staff at all levels Experience of working in an on-site IT based Customer Service position Extensive experience of deploying and maintaining Cisco Catalyst and Aruba CX switching and wireless Experience of working with Aruba Central and centralised management of network infrastructure Experience of hybrid environments (Microsoft Office 365/Azure) Experience of managing Microsoft desktop and server products (Windows 10,11/ Windows Server 2022) Experience of Microsoft DHCP and NPS Detailed knowledge of different cyber technologies across infrastructure protection, application security and information protection For a full person specification, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Electric car salary sacrifice scheme (up to 40% discount) Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
(Hybrid - Birmingham, Bristol, Swindon) Experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. Client Details The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of the Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years. Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. Through programmes like Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Smart Working you will be in the vanguard of creating model working environments and promoting flexible working practices. This is an ambitious and exciting task, for which we need innovative people, with strong commercial acumen, who are passionate about visualising and implementing customer needs. Launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018, we're a relatively new department and we are growing fast so we also need people who thrive in ambiguity, can adapt quickly to change and are comfortable stepping outside of their remit to drive outcomes. Description Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! GPA has moved from "start up to scale up" stage and is reaching the end of its first wave of digital transformation. We have implemented the best in class systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Planon IWMS and will be implementing other systems like JIRA, Confluence, Ardoq and Microsoft 365. The GPA has delivered all of its major digital & data implementation and now requires a period of stabilisation, embedding & consolidation over the next 18 months to drive efficiencies before embarking on the next phase of innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. The candidate will Develop and articulate a clear corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property and Digital Strategy and industry best practices. Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model. Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality, including monitoring, maintenance, and support. Implement and maintain robust configuration management processes for corporate systems to ensure systematic control of configuration items and adherence to standards. Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems, ensuring a smooth transition of changes from development to production environments. Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems, assessing their potential impact and overseeing the integration of new technologies to enhance system capabilities such robotic process automation (RPA) and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. Ensure comprehensive documentation of configurations, releases, and changes, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team and contributing to the overall knowledge management strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily operations. Identity, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations. Profile We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for corporate systems that align with organisational goals and industry best practices. In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robust and scalable business and systems architecture. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture, such as TOGAF. Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to enhance the delivery and support of IT services within the organisation. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation Experience in delivering large and complex technology led projects. Qualifications/certifications in project management such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 or APMG AgilePM Familiarity and experience with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework, including successful rollout and adoption of ITIL practices for improved IT service delivery. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation. Experience in monitoring industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate systems. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and mentor team members of skill development. Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours during selection Working Together Managing a Quality Service Seeing the Bigger Picture Leadership Candidates will be assessed against these technical skills during selection Customer perspective Commercial acumen Property market knowledge Innovation Job Offer Alongside your salary of £51,700, GPA contributes £13,959 towards you being a member of the CS DBP Pension scheme. This role is hybrid, based in Birmingham, Bristol or Swindon Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Generous annual leave This vacancy is using Civil Service Success Profiles: These will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles () The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme (RIS) to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment on our website. Sift The closing date is 9.5.24, the sift is due to take place by 13.5.24 but is subject to change. Interviews are likely to take place w/c 20.5.24 As part of the application process, you will be asked to produce an UP TO 1,000 -word statement. The personal statement should highlight relevant skills and experience with leading on strategy and architecture covering business and enterprise architecture along with delivery and operations of major corporate systems covering service management, application support, release and deployment and change management. This is subject to change dependent upon where most successful candidates are based.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
(Hybrid - Birmingham, Bristol, Swindon) Experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. Client Details The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of the Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years. Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. Through programmes like Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Smart Working you will be in the vanguard of creating model working environments and promoting flexible working practices. This is an ambitious and exciting task, for which we need innovative people, with strong commercial acumen, who are passionate about visualising and implementing customer needs. Launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018, we're a relatively new department and we are growing fast so we also need people who thrive in ambiguity, can adapt quickly to change and are comfortable stepping outside of their remit to drive outcomes. Description Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! GPA has moved from "start up to scale up" stage and is reaching the end of its first wave of digital transformation. We have implemented the best in class systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Planon IWMS and will be implementing other systems like JIRA, Confluence, Ardoq and Microsoft 365. The GPA has delivered all of its major digital & data implementation and now requires a period of stabilisation, embedding & consolidation over the next 18 months to drive efficiencies before embarking on the next phase of innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Systems Manager to lead the strategy, architecture, delivery and operation of critical corporate systems within the GPA. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving digital innovation, ensuring seamless integration of systems and optimising operational efficiency. The candidate will Develop and articulate a clear corporate systems strategy aligned with GPA's Property and Digital Strategy and industry best practices. Lead the design and development of the enterprise, business and application architecture ensuring scalability, flexibility and alignment with enterprise architecture principles and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise system requirements, considering long-term business strategy and target operating model. Oversee end-to-end project delivery for corporate systems, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Establish and maintain effective operational processes for ongoing system functionality, including monitoring, maintenance, and support. Implement and maintain robust configuration management processes for corporate systems to ensure systematic control of configuration items and adherence to standards. Lead the planning and execution of release and deployment activities for corporate systems, ensuring a smooth transition of changes from development to production environments. Stay abreast of technological advancements relevant to business systems, assessing their potential impact and overseeing the integration of new technologies to enhance system capabilities such robotic process automation (RPA) and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. Ensure comprehensive documentation of configurations, releases, and changes, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team and contributing to the overall knowledge management strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of corporate systems into daily operations. Identity, assess, and mitigate risks related to corporate systems strategy, architecture, delivery and operations. Profile We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for corporate systems that align with organisational goals and industry best practices. In-depth knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robust and scalable business and systems architecture. Qualifications in Enterprise Architecture, such as TOGAF. Experience in implementing and managing IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices to enhance the delivery and support of IT services within the organisation. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation Experience in delivering large and complex technology led projects. Qualifications/certifications in project management such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 or APMG AgilePM Familiarity and experience with the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework, including successful rollout and adoption of ITIL practices for improved IT service delivery. Certifications in ITSM, such as ITIL Foundation. Experience in monitoring industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate systems. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and mentor team members of skill development. Candidates will be assessed against these behaviours during selection Working Together Managing a Quality Service Seeing the Bigger Picture Leadership Candidates will be assessed against these technical skills during selection Customer perspective Commercial acumen Property market knowledge Innovation Job Offer Alongside your salary of £51,700, GPA contributes £13,959 towards you being a member of the CS DBP Pension scheme. This role is hybrid, based in Birmingham, Bristol or Swindon Potential PACKAGE from £51,700 + £3,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance + £5,000 Gold Standard for accreditation, leading pension, holiday entitlement, hybrid working arrangements in addition to fascinating programmes of transformation! Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Generous annual leave This vacancy is using Civil Service Success Profiles: These will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles () The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme (RIS) to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment on our website. Sift The closing date is 9.5.24, the sift is due to take place by 13.5.24 but is subject to change. Interviews are likely to take place w/c 20.5.24 As part of the application process, you will be asked to produce an UP TO 1,000 -word statement. The personal statement should highlight relevant skills and experience with leading on strategy and architecture covering business and enterprise architecture along with delivery and operations of major corporate systems covering service management, application support, release and deployment and change management. This is subject to change dependent upon where most successful candidates are based.
A globally recognised Defence client of ours is currently looking for a Work Package/Portfolio Manager to join their expanding team based in London. The right candidate will have a background in managing complex projects within a Networking/ Infrastructure environment. Day-to-day duties include: Manage the Shared Infrastructure Networks Team on a daily basis. Responsible for all financial aspects, assignment of tasks, tracking and reporting on activities Responsible for financial tracking and reporting of activities being undertaken by the team Management of team resources and forward planning. The role will require management of resources within a matrix organisation, with conflicting needs and timescales Supporting the production of training plans, running performance and development reviews and overseeing the general development of members of the team Support the project technical leads in each area with what they require, helping to define the strategy and way ahead Liaison with the customer and other teams within the projects to achieve the completion of the projects to time and budget Your skills and experiences should include: Team leader experience within a Network Engineering or IT discipline is essential Ability to manage complex issues for multiple concurrent projects balancing the needs and priorities of each project against the others Knowledge of Cisco & Juniper Technologies would be ideal Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
A globally recognised Defence client of ours is currently looking for a Work Package/Portfolio Manager to join their expanding team based in London. The right candidate will have a background in managing complex projects within a Networking/ Infrastructure environment. Day-to-day duties include: Manage the Shared Infrastructure Networks Team on a daily basis. Responsible for all financial aspects, assignment of tasks, tracking and reporting on activities Responsible for financial tracking and reporting of activities being undertaken by the team Management of team resources and forward planning. The role will require management of resources within a matrix organisation, with conflicting needs and timescales Supporting the production of training plans, running performance and development reviews and overseeing the general development of members of the team Support the project technical leads in each area with what they require, helping to define the strategy and way ahead Liaison with the customer and other teams within the projects to achieve the completion of the projects to time and budget Your skills and experiences should include: Team leader experience within a Network Engineering or IT discipline is essential Ability to manage complex issues for multiple concurrent projects balancing the needs and priorities of each project against the others Knowledge of Cisco & Juniper Technologies would be ideal Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
Data Centre Project Manager London/Feltham Hybrid 45-55k + package The company Our client is a unique Data Centre developer and operator - and the global leader in Data Centre Management as a Service (DMaaS). For over 24 years, they have maximised operational efficiency's and managed critical IT infrastructure and environments for the world's top enterprise Their aim is to drive a new era of sustainable Data Centre management and modernisation forward so that enterprises can focus on innovation. Due to an ever-growing project book, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Project Manager to join the team working on complex fit-out projects using structured cabling, including fibre and copper. The role As Project Manager you will be responsible for the control and delivery of customer projects of varying size and degrees of complexity. You will be accountable for ensuring that these projects are delivered, to scope, on time and within budget utilising project management disciplines, standards, and industry best practice. Duties: Use standard project management disciplines to plan, implement and deliver projects to scope, on time and within budget, with low risk and no surprises. Negotiation with team leaders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and accurately to ensure customer satisfaction and value for money. Leverage the skills and capabilities of the Datacentre Managed Services team to deliver projects to required and agreed standards within challenging conditions and timescales. Provide control and tracking documentation for all projects to enables accurate financial trading. Attendance at project meetings, e.g. early engagement, clarification calls, kick-offs, etc. Produce project forecasts, resource planning, RAID logs and reporting. Responsibility for customer engagement and satisfaction Strategy planning for future projects Could this be for you? The ideal candidate will possess the following: Good understanding of data centres and IT environments, or a minimum of 5yrs knowledge in this industry. Evidence of effective procedure writing and LEAN methodology Demonstrable understanding of Project Management and Project Control. Knowledge of the IMAC process would be an advantage, as this can be complex process Highly collaborative, demonstrating stakeholder engagement, effective leadership, results driven and personable across internal and external teams. Confidence to challenge and influence project team members and senior management to ensure alignment with standards and best practices. Proven capability to managing ever changing priorities, take ownership of challenges and solve problems across multiply conflicting project demands to ensure most effective and efficient resolutions. A desire to exceed customer expectations. Thorough understanding and proven experience with project management disciplines including PID's, critical paths, RAID, resource planning. Why apply? Our client will only consider highly motivated self-starters to join their mission in accelerating digital transformation. With nine Data Centre locations worldwide, the opportunities are endless so are looking for those with passion, drive, and dedication to continue to scale and better serve their customers. They strive to deliver an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities, and champion creativity, innovation. The potential for expansion is ongoing, which means more opportunities for team members here to grow their roles.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Data Centre Project Manager London/Feltham Hybrid 45-55k + package The company Our client is a unique Data Centre developer and operator - and the global leader in Data Centre Management as a Service (DMaaS). For over 24 years, they have maximised operational efficiency's and managed critical IT infrastructure and environments for the world's top enterprise Their aim is to drive a new era of sustainable Data Centre management and modernisation forward so that enterprises can focus on innovation. Due to an ever-growing project book, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Project Manager to join the team working on complex fit-out projects using structured cabling, including fibre and copper. The role As Project Manager you will be responsible for the control and delivery of customer projects of varying size and degrees of complexity. You will be accountable for ensuring that these projects are delivered, to scope, on time and within budget utilising project management disciplines, standards, and industry best practice. Duties: Use standard project management disciplines to plan, implement and deliver projects to scope, on time and within budget, with low risk and no surprises. Negotiation with team leaders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and accurately to ensure customer satisfaction and value for money. Leverage the skills and capabilities of the Datacentre Managed Services team to deliver projects to required and agreed standards within challenging conditions and timescales. Provide control and tracking documentation for all projects to enables accurate financial trading. Attendance at project meetings, e.g. early engagement, clarification calls, kick-offs, etc. Produce project forecasts, resource planning, RAID logs and reporting. Responsibility for customer engagement and satisfaction Strategy planning for future projects Could this be for you? The ideal candidate will possess the following: Good understanding of data centres and IT environments, or a minimum of 5yrs knowledge in this industry. Evidence of effective procedure writing and LEAN methodology Demonstrable understanding of Project Management and Project Control. Knowledge of the IMAC process would be an advantage, as this can be complex process Highly collaborative, demonstrating stakeholder engagement, effective leadership, results driven and personable across internal and external teams. Confidence to challenge and influence project team members and senior management to ensure alignment with standards and best practices. Proven capability to managing ever changing priorities, take ownership of challenges and solve problems across multiply conflicting project demands to ensure most effective and efficient resolutions. A desire to exceed customer expectations. Thorough understanding and proven experience with project management disciplines including PID's, critical paths, RAID, resource planning. Why apply? Our client will only consider highly motivated self-starters to join their mission in accelerating digital transformation. With nine Data Centre locations worldwide, the opportunities are endless so are looking for those with passion, drive, and dedication to continue to scale and better serve their customers. They strive to deliver an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities, and champion creativity, innovation. The potential for expansion is ongoing, which means more opportunities for team members here to grow their roles.
Job Title: IT Manager Location: Watford Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 Our client is current seeking an IT Manager who is motivated and enthusiastic about the IT Sector as well as technology. The ideal candidate should have a natural flair for technology, a strong willingness to learn and a passion for providing exceptional service to our customers. As the IT Manager, you will be accountable for overseeing the management, installation, maintenance, availability and security of the curriculum and administrative ICT network, including the hardware and software infrastructure of the ICT network. You will also collaborate with the Senior Management team to aid in the development of the IT infrastructure and put in plans for projects. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the ICT network is optimised for effective teaching and learning while ensuring its security and stability. Your commitment to delivering the turn IT on support service in a manner that reflects our company values is crucial. As part of your role, you will be responsible for fostering effective communication between the end client, this will involve staying informed about the services and solutions our client can offer, as well as managing customer accounts. Key Responsibilities include: Managing the school's network infrastructure and ICT based applications Monitoring and maintenance of all key systems including switches, virtual & physical server environments, Microsoft 365 and backups. Providing technical advice, training and support to staff to enable them to make effective use of systems. Day to day management of all IT operations ensuring all requests are dealt with in an efficient manner Monitoring and maintaining of all key systems including switches, virtual & physical server environments and backups. Line manage and take responsibility for the work of the ICT support staff. 2nd/3rd line support. Enforcing and monitoring in line with school policies. Training of internal staff. Our ideal candidate will have: A strong passion for IT, with at least of 2-3 years of experience working as an IT Manager/Network Manager/Senior ICT Consultant within a school setting. An exceptional understanding of the requirements and responsibilities of working within the school environment. Experience in upgrading a school IT Network system. Self-motivation, with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, as well as exceptional customer service skills. The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team, with a talent for problem-solving and a pro-active approach to identifying opportunities to enhance the services provided by the team.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Job Title: IT Manager Location: Watford Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 Our client is current seeking an IT Manager who is motivated and enthusiastic about the IT Sector as well as technology. The ideal candidate should have a natural flair for technology, a strong willingness to learn and a passion for providing exceptional service to our customers. As the IT Manager, you will be accountable for overseeing the management, installation, maintenance, availability and security of the curriculum and administrative ICT network, including the hardware and software infrastructure of the ICT network. You will also collaborate with the Senior Management team to aid in the development of the IT infrastructure and put in plans for projects. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the ICT network is optimised for effective teaching and learning while ensuring its security and stability. Your commitment to delivering the turn IT on support service in a manner that reflects our company values is crucial. As part of your role, you will be responsible for fostering effective communication between the end client, this will involve staying informed about the services and solutions our client can offer, as well as managing customer accounts. Key Responsibilities include: Managing the school's network infrastructure and ICT based applications Monitoring and maintenance of all key systems including switches, virtual & physical server environments, Microsoft 365 and backups. Providing technical advice, training and support to staff to enable them to make effective use of systems. Day to day management of all IT operations ensuring all requests are dealt with in an efficient manner Monitoring and maintaining of all key systems including switches, virtual & physical server environments and backups. Line manage and take responsibility for the work of the ICT support staff. 2nd/3rd line support. Enforcing and monitoring in line with school policies. Training of internal staff. Our ideal candidate will have: A strong passion for IT, with at least of 2-3 years of experience working as an IT Manager/Network Manager/Senior ICT Consultant within a school setting. An exceptional understanding of the requirements and responsibilities of working within the school environment. Experience in upgrading a school IT Network system. Self-motivation, with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, as well as exceptional customer service skills. The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team, with a talent for problem-solving and a pro-active approach to identifying opportunities to enhance the services provided by the team.
Do you have a passion for technology and strong leadership skills that can drive success within a data centre? We are thrilled to be working with our renowned cloud technology client who is currently looking for a Data Centre Manager to inspire their team in Edinburgh. What you will get in your new role Attractive starting salary of 50,000 - 60,000 per annum 33 days of annual leaving including public/bank holidays Your birthday off Enhanced company pension Private healthcare Free breakfast and snacks Wellbeing programme Free on-site parking Exciting team socials and events Career progression opportunities Your new employer Our client is an industry leader in hybrid cloud and IT infrastructure solutions, providing reliable and secure systems for businesses in the UK and beyond. Celebrating nearly 30 years in business, this well-established client has built trust and meaningful partnerships with many businesses to help contribute to business growth, via their innovative and safe solutions. Responsibilities within your new role As the Data Centre Manager, it's crucial to exemplify the company's values and behaviours while overseeing your team. Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols is paramount for site operations. You'll be responsible for managing all maintenance procedures and contracts, both internally and with specialised subcontractors. Coordination of team resources, scheduling, and management falls within your purview. Providing recommendations for site budget proposals in alignment with established procedures is also part of your role. Driving energy efficiency within the data centre halls, particularly in optimising cooling through containment, is essential. Adhering to service management processes, including handling major incidents, change, and problem management, is critical. Additionally, you'll be tasked with hosting client tours onsite alongside sales colleagues, catering to both new and existing clients. Your experience, qualifications and personality The candidate must possess a deep understanding of industry best practices in data centre services, demonstrating expertise in technical aspects of data centre infrastructure. Familiarity with the UK regulatory framework, especially regarding health and safety legislation in the data centre sector, is essential. Knowledge of ISO 27001, 14000, and PCI standards is required. Effective communication skills are a must, along with demonstrated strong leadership qualities. Apply now! Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references. Stafffinders are operating as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for temporary positions.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Do you have a passion for technology and strong leadership skills that can drive success within a data centre? We are thrilled to be working with our renowned cloud technology client who is currently looking for a Data Centre Manager to inspire their team in Edinburgh. What you will get in your new role Attractive starting salary of 50,000 - 60,000 per annum 33 days of annual leaving including public/bank holidays Your birthday off Enhanced company pension Private healthcare Free breakfast and snacks Wellbeing programme Free on-site parking Exciting team socials and events Career progression opportunities Your new employer Our client is an industry leader in hybrid cloud and IT infrastructure solutions, providing reliable and secure systems for businesses in the UK and beyond. Celebrating nearly 30 years in business, this well-established client has built trust and meaningful partnerships with many businesses to help contribute to business growth, via their innovative and safe solutions. Responsibilities within your new role As the Data Centre Manager, it's crucial to exemplify the company's values and behaviours while overseeing your team. Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols is paramount for site operations. You'll be responsible for managing all maintenance procedures and contracts, both internally and with specialised subcontractors. Coordination of team resources, scheduling, and management falls within your purview. Providing recommendations for site budget proposals in alignment with established procedures is also part of your role. Driving energy efficiency within the data centre halls, particularly in optimising cooling through containment, is essential. Adhering to service management processes, including handling major incidents, change, and problem management, is critical. Additionally, you'll be tasked with hosting client tours onsite alongside sales colleagues, catering to both new and existing clients. Your experience, qualifications and personality The candidate must possess a deep understanding of industry best practices in data centre services, demonstrating expertise in technical aspects of data centre infrastructure. Familiarity with the UK regulatory framework, especially regarding health and safety legislation in the data centre sector, is essential. Knowledge of ISO 27001, 14000, and PCI standards is required. Effective communication skills are a must, along with demonstrated strong leadership qualities. Apply now! Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references. Stafffinders are operating as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for temporary positions.
LEAD CYBER SECURITY CONSULTANT - READING - CONTRACT- HYBRID Lead Cyber Security Consultant Contract - 6 Months rolling- Inside IR35 Location: Reading - 2 days onsite/week must The role of Cyber Security Consultant sits within the Cyber Security team which is responsible for providing subject matter expertise and guidance to business units across client's Network and Enterprise domains to enable the business to deliver its outcomes in a secure manner, building customer trust in a reliable network which matches the best, whilst ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements, company policy and standards. Should have experience of using common information security management frameworks, such as NIST, PCI, GDPR, ISO Series, OWASP the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL), the ISF Standards of Good Practice (SoGP) and ISACA's Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT) frameworks. The role will involve supporting project managers in risk and issue management Creation, review, and approval of documentation such as requirements, architecture, design, and test artifacts. Experience in documenting and implementing processes, procedures, and architecture/design/decision templates is vital. Must have at least 3-5 years of experience working in Cyber Security within a technical field. Must have a mix of security consulting, architecture/design, and professional services experience. Must be able to lead the design and review of secure system architectures using or developing patterns and principles, where necessary challenging to create precedents and set direction. Must be able to work at multiple levels within the organisation from technical delivery to senior management. Must have a strong knowledge of system architectures and be able to understand and articulate the impact of vulnerabilities on existing and future designs and systems, and how easy or difficult it will be to exploit these vulnerabilities. Must be well versed in the application of security policies and standards, governance, compliance, risk management and technical assurance practices Must have expertise and experience in one or more of the following technical domains: Cloud/Hybrid security Infrastructure and data centre security Network security Application security Identity and access management Vulnerability Management Experience of influencing and negotiating technical outcomes with third parties, including conflict resolution due to changing priorities. - Stakeholder Management. Recent UK working experience within large corporate environments is essential. If they are working in the UK we should be making sure that the clients they are supporting or projects they are working on are for delivery in the UK. Responsibilities Actively represent the security organisation within business project initiatives, providing technical security leadership to ensure that security requirements and outcomes are defined and considered throughout the lifecycle of projects from conception to operation. Collaborate closely with a broad range of stakeholders across the business and be able to articulate the security vision, principles and governance/assurance standards for security consultants and solution architects within the client and our partners. Provide security requirements and design input across several projects or technologies across Client's Network and Enterprise business domains at any one time. Provide effective governance and assurance of security deliverables by our partners and internal teams within the client, where necessary also supporting security consultants and solution architects through review and approvals. Maintain an in-depth knowledge of industry standards and have an evolving level of technical expertise relevant to the role. Create, review, and approve requirements capture, architecture, design, delivery and test documentation and other artefacts used in the design and delivery lifecycle by Three and its partners, ensuring that effective governance and technical assurance can be performed. Maintain and improve the use of artefact templates. Ensure that there is effective capacity management and planning in place for the security services and solutions assigned to you and ensure that the solution is incorporated into the 18-month technical and budget roadmap for capacity expansion and service improvement. Support the Programme and Project Manager in project planning, risk and issue management and the budgeting process. Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 24, 2024
Contractor
LEAD CYBER SECURITY CONSULTANT - READING - CONTRACT- HYBRID Lead Cyber Security Consultant Contract - 6 Months rolling- Inside IR35 Location: Reading - 2 days onsite/week must The role of Cyber Security Consultant sits within the Cyber Security team which is responsible for providing subject matter expertise and guidance to business units across client's Network and Enterprise domains to enable the business to deliver its outcomes in a secure manner, building customer trust in a reliable network which matches the best, whilst ensuring compliance to regulatory requirements, company policy and standards. Should have experience of using common information security management frameworks, such as NIST, PCI, GDPR, ISO Series, OWASP the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL), the ISF Standards of Good Practice (SoGP) and ISACA's Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT) frameworks. The role will involve supporting project managers in risk and issue management Creation, review, and approval of documentation such as requirements, architecture, design, and test artifacts. Experience in documenting and implementing processes, procedures, and architecture/design/decision templates is vital. Must have at least 3-5 years of experience working in Cyber Security within a technical field. Must have a mix of security consulting, architecture/design, and professional services experience. Must be able to lead the design and review of secure system architectures using or developing patterns and principles, where necessary challenging to create precedents and set direction. Must be able to work at multiple levels within the organisation from technical delivery to senior management. Must have a strong knowledge of system architectures and be able to understand and articulate the impact of vulnerabilities on existing and future designs and systems, and how easy or difficult it will be to exploit these vulnerabilities. Must be well versed in the application of security policies and standards, governance, compliance, risk management and technical assurance practices Must have expertise and experience in one or more of the following technical domains: Cloud/Hybrid security Infrastructure and data centre security Network security Application security Identity and access management Vulnerability Management Experience of influencing and negotiating technical outcomes with third parties, including conflict resolution due to changing priorities. - Stakeholder Management. Recent UK working experience within large corporate environments is essential. If they are working in the UK we should be making sure that the clients they are supporting or projects they are working on are for delivery in the UK. Responsibilities Actively represent the security organisation within business project initiatives, providing technical security leadership to ensure that security requirements and outcomes are defined and considered throughout the lifecycle of projects from conception to operation. Collaborate closely with a broad range of stakeholders across the business and be able to articulate the security vision, principles and governance/assurance standards for security consultants and solution architects within the client and our partners. Provide security requirements and design input across several projects or technologies across Client's Network and Enterprise business domains at any one time. Provide effective governance and assurance of security deliverables by our partners and internal teams within the client, where necessary also supporting security consultants and solution architects through review and approvals. Maintain an in-depth knowledge of industry standards and have an evolving level of technical expertise relevant to the role. Create, review, and approve requirements capture, architecture, design, delivery and test documentation and other artefacts used in the design and delivery lifecycle by Three and its partners, ensuring that effective governance and technical assurance can be performed. Maintain and improve the use of artefact templates. Ensure that there is effective capacity management and planning in place for the security services and solutions assigned to you and ensure that the solution is incorporated into the 18-month technical and budget roadmap for capacity expansion and service improvement. Support the Programme and Project Manager in project planning, risk and issue management and the budgeting process. Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced FTTP Surveyor start a long term contract in the Maidenhead area. FTTP Surveyor Attending sites to determine the best installation route for fibre optic network lines. Understanding and surveying existing fibre optic network infrastructure including ducts and potentials for upgrades. Interpreting telecom design blueprints and construction maps. Completing survey documentation job packs: ISP pathways, drawings, address listings, bill of materials, confirmation pictures, construction plans and project timescales. Carrying out area surveys to ascertain whether any obstructions will prevent a successful installation. Meeting with clients to resolve any issues preventing the project receiving approval to move forward. Identifying customer networks and reviewing proposed methods of construction to ensure that all requirements are compliant. Completing all necessary steps to ensure that wayleaves, permits, re-routes, timescales and agreements are obtained correctly. Identifying civils works for FTTP where required. Conduct Onsite Safety Audits/Risk Assessments. Conduct Quality Checks. Each completed estimate must be quality checked before returning as complete. Work with Project Manager and Co-Ordinator to build a program of works. Set a good example to all employees. Ensure compliance with all company-controlled documents, including all method statements and procedures. Be pro-active in developing new systems to meet the changing needs of the department. Liaison with third parties working in conjunction with the group to meet client's needs. Delivering a consistently high level of customer service when out in the field. Working and ensuring that you are working with in the Health and Safety requirements as per company policy. Skills & Knowledge Requirements A minimum of 2 years' experience working on the BT/OR Network. Accreditations: S11, S13, S18, SA001, SA002 and Streetworks Ability to understand/ design complex Network plans. Excellent knowledge of FTTP planning processes. Excellent Knowledge of the BT/OR network Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Apr 24, 2024
Seasonal
We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced FTTP Surveyor start a long term contract in the Maidenhead area. FTTP Surveyor Attending sites to determine the best installation route for fibre optic network lines. Understanding and surveying existing fibre optic network infrastructure including ducts and potentials for upgrades. Interpreting telecom design blueprints and construction maps. Completing survey documentation job packs: ISP pathways, drawings, address listings, bill of materials, confirmation pictures, construction plans and project timescales. Carrying out area surveys to ascertain whether any obstructions will prevent a successful installation. Meeting with clients to resolve any issues preventing the project receiving approval to move forward. Identifying customer networks and reviewing proposed methods of construction to ensure that all requirements are compliant. Completing all necessary steps to ensure that wayleaves, permits, re-routes, timescales and agreements are obtained correctly. Identifying civils works for FTTP where required. Conduct Onsite Safety Audits/Risk Assessments. Conduct Quality Checks. Each completed estimate must be quality checked before returning as complete. Work with Project Manager and Co-Ordinator to build a program of works. Set a good example to all employees. Ensure compliance with all company-controlled documents, including all method statements and procedures. Be pro-active in developing new systems to meet the changing needs of the department. Liaison with third parties working in conjunction with the group to meet client's needs. Delivering a consistently high level of customer service when out in the field. Working and ensuring that you are working with in the Health and Safety requirements as per company policy. Skills & Knowledge Requirements A minimum of 2 years' experience working on the BT/OR Network. Accreditations: S11, S13, S18, SA001, SA002 and Streetworks Ability to understand/ design complex Network plans. Excellent knowledge of FTTP planning processes. Excellent Knowledge of the BT/OR network Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Position: Infrastructure Manager Salary: 60,000 per annum Industry: Managed Services Setup: Hybrid Location : West Midlands Benefits: 5% on new business / car allowance / salary benefits Are you a highly skilled and experienced IT professional looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an exceptional Infrastructure Manager to join our dynamic team and lead our ICT Infrastructure function. As an Infrastructure Manager, you will play a vital role in managing our IT operations, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our infrastructure. Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the ICT Infrastructure function, overseeing server infrastructure, network management, cyber security, connectivity, telephony, and data backups. Lead a team of technical experts, providing guidance and support in their roles. Collaborate with the Head of IT to implement the strategic direction of the function, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop and maintain architecture standards and procedures to support the organization's IT infrastructure needs. Ensure the availability of the IT service desk during business hours and handle escalations. Act as a key point of contact for IT-related queries, providing prompt and effective resolutions. Plan and oversee IT operations, production support, systems administration, and network operations. Monitor and optimize system performance and SLAs, making recommendations for enhancements. Manage relationships with key IT product and service providers. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance infrastructure costs, performance, and end-user satisfaction. Stay updated on industry trends and assess their impact on enterprise infrastructure needs. Participate in the development of IT strategy planning activities. Collaborate with operational managers to define infrastructure support initiatives and solutions. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and information security guidelines. Requirements: Minimum 5 years of IT experience, including leadership roles in IT infrastructure operations, project delivery, and systems lifecycle management. Strong technical expertise in the following areas: Network design and administration Data center operations Database administration Systems programming and administration Microsoft back-end stack (AD/GPO, DNS, DHCP, SQL, SharePoint) Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10, Server (Apply online only Office 365 (Azure AD, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) Azure (VMs, security, networking, identity) Virtualization (VMware & Hyper-V) Storage solutions (Dell Compellent, QNAP, Brocade, Fibre-Channel, iSCSI) Network infrastructure (Cisco, FortiNet, PFSense, Ubiquiti, WAN architecture, SD-WAN) Telephony (Broadsoft) Monitoring tools (PRTG, SNMP) Firewall configuration and management Backup and recovery solutions (VEEAM, Zerto) Experience Proven team leadership and people development skills. Understanding of ITIL practices and ability to apply them effectively. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead internal and external projects from inception to completion. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field (desirable). Relevant technical certifications, such as Microsoft, Azure, VMware, and Cisco (preferred). Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization at the forefront of technology! We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. We look forward to receiving your application! Note: This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out additional duties as requested by your line manager. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Position: Infrastructure Manager Salary: 60,000 per annum Industry: Managed Services Setup: Hybrid Location : West Midlands Benefits: 5% on new business / car allowance / salary benefits Are you a highly skilled and experienced IT professional looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an exceptional Infrastructure Manager to join our dynamic team and lead our ICT Infrastructure function. As an Infrastructure Manager, you will play a vital role in managing our IT operations, ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our infrastructure. Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the ICT Infrastructure function, overseeing server infrastructure, network management, cyber security, connectivity, telephony, and data backups. Lead a team of technical experts, providing guidance and support in their roles. Collaborate with the Head of IT to implement the strategic direction of the function, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop and maintain architecture standards and procedures to support the organization's IT infrastructure needs. Ensure the availability of the IT service desk during business hours and handle escalations. Act as a key point of contact for IT-related queries, providing prompt and effective resolutions. Plan and oversee IT operations, production support, systems administration, and network operations. Monitor and optimize system performance and SLAs, making recommendations for enhancements. Manage relationships with key IT product and service providers. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance infrastructure costs, performance, and end-user satisfaction. Stay updated on industry trends and assess their impact on enterprise infrastructure needs. Participate in the development of IT strategy planning activities. Collaborate with operational managers to define infrastructure support initiatives and solutions. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and information security guidelines. Requirements: Minimum 5 years of IT experience, including leadership roles in IT infrastructure operations, project delivery, and systems lifecycle management. Strong technical expertise in the following areas: Network design and administration Data center operations Database administration Systems programming and administration Microsoft back-end stack (AD/GPO, DNS, DHCP, SQL, SharePoint) Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10, Server (Apply online only Office 365 (Azure AD, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) Azure (VMs, security, networking, identity) Virtualization (VMware & Hyper-V) Storage solutions (Dell Compellent, QNAP, Brocade, Fibre-Channel, iSCSI) Network infrastructure (Cisco, FortiNet, PFSense, Ubiquiti, WAN architecture, SD-WAN) Telephony (Broadsoft) Monitoring tools (PRTG, SNMP) Firewall configuration and management Backup and recovery solutions (VEEAM, Zerto) Experience Proven team leadership and people development skills. Understanding of ITIL practices and ability to apply them effectively. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead internal and external projects from inception to completion. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field (desirable). Relevant technical certifications, such as Microsoft, Azure, VMware, and Cisco (preferred). Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization at the forefront of technology! We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. We look forward to receiving your application! Note: This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out additional duties as requested by your line manager. In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.